Manager In Training (Part-Tiime)

Hibbett•Montgomery, AL

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager in Training assists the Store Manager with overall store operations and administrative duties. This role is knowledgeable about each product area or department and helps determine approaches for achieving store goals and initiatives. The Manager in Training upholds company policies, procedures, and visual standards, promotes sales and promotions, and serves as an ambassador for Hibbett | City Gear by creating a distinctive customer experience and helping acquire and retain customers. The role provides outstanding customer service and promotes store merchandise. In the Store Manager’s absence, the Manager in Training assumes supervisory control and is trained to carry out the Store Manager’s responsibilities. This position is part-time and hourly, with a stated rate of $10.35. It is based at Eastdale Mall in Montgomery, Alabama, and reports to the Store Manager. The position is non-exempt.

Requirements

Retail environment experience; footwear and athletic apparel experience is preferred.
1–3 years of customer service experience.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to assist in managing a team and keep up with overall goals and profits.
Self-starter with initiative to take on important tasks without being asked.
Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and precisely.
Team player passionate about outstanding customer service and selling merchandise.

Nice To Haves

Retail experience in footwear and athletic apparel.

Responsibilities

Assist the Store Manager in controlling company assets.
Consult with the Store Manager on action plans for selling, restocking, merchandising, ordering, scheduling, and other departmental and store responsibilities.
Assume responsibility for the entire store when the Store Manager is absent.
Provide knowledge and guidance to employees and customers across departments as needed.
Monitor inventory, sales statistics, and expenses to support profitability.
Direct staff to ensure departmental responsibilities and standards are completed.
Keep the Store Manager informed about inventory movement and customer trends.
Maintain quality customer service, including assisting customers as they enter and serving multiple customers during peak periods.
Promote and sell Hibbett | City Gear services and merchandise.
Perform general administrative duties and train in the Store Manager’s responsibilities.
Follow company policies, procedures, and standards in the operations, personnel, visual, and customer service manuals, as well as company memos.
Protect company assets and financial information by ensuring internal control procedures are accurate and effective, and report potential fraud risks to management or appropriate officials.
Supervise employees in the Store Manager’s absence, including interviewing and training employees, planning and assigning work, directing work, and resolving problems.